The Hershey Company (HSY)

NYSE: HSY · Real-Time Price · USD
222.58
-3.68 (-1.63%)
At close: Feb 13, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
222.86
+0.28 (0.13%)
After-hours: Feb 13, 2026, 7:30 PM EST
Market Cap45.14B +46.6%
Revenue (ttm)11.69B +4.4%
Net Income883.26M -60.2%
EPS4.34 -60.3%
Shares Out 202.79M
PE Ratio51.29
Forward PE26.61
Dividend$5.81 (2.61%)
Ex-Dividend DateFeb 17, 2026
Volume2,200,369
Open227.05
Previous Close226.26
Day's Range221.36 - 227.20
52-Week Range150.04 - 234.87
Beta0.17
AnalystsHold
Price Target210.67 (-5.35%)
Earnings DateFeb 5, 2026

About HSY

The Hershey Company, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of confectionery products and pantry items in the United States and internationally. The company operates through three segments: North America Confectionery, North America Salty Snacks, and International. It offers chocolate and non-chocolate confectionery products; gum and mint refreshment products, including mints, chewing gums, and bubble gums; protein bars; pantry items, such as baking ingredients, toppings, beverages, and sundae syrups; and snack item... [Read more]

Industry Confectioners
Founded 1894
Employees 20,030
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol HSY
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, Hershey's revenue was $11.69 billion, an increase of 4.38% compared to the previous year's $11.20 billion. Earnings were $883.26 million, a decrease of -60.24%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 15 analysts, the average rating for HSY stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $210.67, which is a decrease of -5.35% from the latest price.

Price Target
$210.67
(-5.35% downside)
Analyst Consensus: Hold
Stock Forecasts

News

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4 days ago - Benzinga

Hershey: Cocoa/Sugar Deflation Triggers Outsized Recovery Prospects - Overbought Technicals

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7 days ago - Barrons

The Hershey Company (HSY) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Prepared Remarks Transcript

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11 days ago - Seeking Alpha

The Hershey Company (HSY) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

The Hershey Company (HSY) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

11 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Hershey sees strong 2026 even as cocoa costs weigh

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11 days ago - Reuters

Hershey Profit Dragged Down by Tariffs, Cocoa Costs

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11 days ago - WSJ

Hershey Declares Quarterly Dividends

HERSHEY, Pa., Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced quarterly dividends of $1.452 on the Common Stock and $1.320 on the Class B Common ...

11 days ago - PRNewsWire

Hershey Reports Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Financial Results; Provides 2026 Outlook

HERSHEY, Pa., Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced net sales and earnings for the fourth quarter and full-year ended December 31, 2025.

11 days ago - PRNewsWire

The Hershey Company Rolls Out an Egg-cellent Easter Collection Fans Will Love

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13 days ago - PRNewsWire

Hershey Announces 2026 Investor Day

HERSHEY, Pa., Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced that it will host an Investor Day on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.

14 days ago - PRNewsWire

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18 days ago - PRNewsWire

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21 days ago - Business Wire

Hershey: Dividend Stock On The Move (Technical Analysis)

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Humble Hershey's Gets a Marketing Makeover

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4 weeks ago - WSJ

Hershey to Webcast Fourth-Quarter Conference Call

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5 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

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2 months ago - Forbes

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2 months ago - Benzinga

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2 months ago - PRNewsWire

Hershey's Kisses Celebrates 35 Years of Iconic 'Holiday Bells' Commercial on NBC's "Christmas in Rockefeller" Special

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2 months ago - PRNewsWire

Hershey Completes Acquisition of LesserEvil, Expanding Consumer Choice

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3 months ago - PRNewsWire

Hershey After The Cocoa Crash: Is A New Bull Case Forming? (Rating Upgrade)

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3 months ago - Seeking Alpha

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3 months ago - Barrons

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From a refreshed Tour Ride filled with new surprises to the value-packed Holiday Savings Bundle, families can savor festive experiences all season long. HERSHEY, Pa.

3 months ago - PRNewsWire